Michael Cannon has been named executive director and CEO of the First Responder Network Authority, or FirstNet Authority, within the Department of Commerce.
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration said Thursday Cannon was elevated to his current position after serving as chief counsel of the FirstNet Authority. NTIA also issued a Federal Register Notice seeking individuals interested in serving on the FirstNet Authority Board.
Who Is Mike Cannon?
Cannon has been serving in the government and military for over four decades. He held various positions at the Commerce Department since joining in 1992. He was the chief counsel for economic affairs, providing legal insight and services to the Office of the Under Secretary for Economic Affairs, the Bureau of Economic Analysis and the U.S. Census Bureau. The executive was also the chief of the General Litigation Division.
A retired Navy Captain, Cannon served in the FBI and was a radar intercept officer during his active-duty years.
Renee Gordon, FirstNet Authority acting board chair, said, “The board looks forward to collaborating with Mike as the FirstNet Authority network continues to serve the needs of public safety day-in and day-out from routine use all the way through disasters. We will partner with Mike on future network investments, strategic goals and making further improvements to support first responders nationwide.”
Adam Cassady, acting assistant secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information, stated, “With Mike Cannon as executive director and the strategic direction and oversight performed by the Board, the FirstNet Authority is in good hands and will continue to deliver for public safety.”
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